The Everything Feed - All Packet Pushers Pods HS123: What Can You Stop Worrying About in 2026?
Jan 27, 2026
They test an AI-generated list of what IT and security might stop worrying about in 2026. The conversation probes whether automated monitoring is truly retireable and why asset inventories must come first. Lifecycle planning and hardware failures still demand attention. Backups, software compatibility, siloed systems, and institutional knowledge are flagged as persistent concerns. AI helps with documentation and ideation but is not a cure-all.
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Fix Asset Management First
- Do prioritize centralized asset management before automating monitoring and maintenance.
- You can only monitor and maintain what you can accurately discover and track.
Know End‑Of‑Life Dates
- Do maintain lifecycle plans with end-of-life dates or clear retirement triggers.
- If you lack those, treat hardware failures and lifecycle management as a strategic risk.
Test And Scan Your Backups
- Do test cloud backups with full restores in an alternate environment.
- Also scan backups regularly for ransomware and confirm vendor exit/data-export plans.
